Post by MetalBlade on May 11, 2007 14:42:22 GMT -1
I just got the new MEGADETH album United Abominations, and I have to say it's pretty much a triumph.
To say only two short years ago, mainman Dave Mustaine had to retire due to a condition which affected his hand - he plays the guitar - this is a superb bounce-back return to form.
It reminds me a lot of their fourth album Rust In Peace, in terms of song structure and most importantly the immensely crisp and clear production.
I consider Rust to be their best album, so this comparison means I rate this new album very highly after only a couple of listens.
There is also a great reworking of their classic A Tout La Monde, featuring that girl who sings for Lacuna Coil on guest vocals.
From what I have read recently about Mustaine, it seems he has used his hiatus to focus on himself and his own shortcomings as a person.
He made no secret he was a grade-A twat in the past, but he appears to have turned over a new leaf and his new found lust for life shows on this latest release.
Maybe being "born again" has a lot to do with it.
I don't necessarily believe in this born again thing that people do, but if his belief in God has anything to do with his maturing as a man and a musician, then I'm all for it.
I have a newfound respect for Dave Mustaine and Megadeth.
MEGADETH - United Abominations = 8/10 from me so far.
To say only two short years ago, mainman Dave Mustaine had to retire due to a condition which affected his hand - he plays the guitar - this is a superb bounce-back return to form.
It reminds me a lot of their fourth album Rust In Peace, in terms of song structure and most importantly the immensely crisp and clear production.
I consider Rust to be their best album, so this comparison means I rate this new album very highly after only a couple of listens.
There is also a great reworking of their classic A Tout La Monde, featuring that girl who sings for Lacuna Coil on guest vocals.
From what I have read recently about Mustaine, it seems he has used his hiatus to focus on himself and his own shortcomings as a person.
He made no secret he was a grade-A twat in the past, but he appears to have turned over a new leaf and his new found lust for life shows on this latest release.
Maybe being "born again" has a lot to do with it.
I don't necessarily believe in this born again thing that people do, but if his belief in God has anything to do with his maturing as a man and a musician, then I'm all for it.
I have a newfound respect for Dave Mustaine and Megadeth.
MEGADETH - United Abominations = 8/10 from me so far.
